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SUMMARY:Maraca Bench Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025\nThe Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \nWe’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. \nFrom February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n\nFebruary – Rainey Street Trailhead\nMay – Auditorium Shores\nAugust – Holly Shores\n\nFebruary\nRainey Street TrailHead \nMay\nAuditorium Shores \nAugust\nHolly Shores \nThe “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n  \nInspiration & Design\nLearn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet.\nSee Now \nBench Adoption\nAdopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift.\nAdoption Details \nInspiration & Design\nLearn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet.\nSee Now \nBench Adoption\nAdopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift.\nAdoption Details
URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/maraca-bench-tour/
LOCATION:Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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SUMMARY:Invasive Species Management
DESCRIPTION:Invasive Species Management\nNot all plants belong in the Trail ecosystem! As part of our ongoing restoration efforts\, TTC actively removes invasive plant species along the shoreline of Lady Bird Lake. By doing so\, we help native plants thrive and restore balance to the ecosystem. \nAs a volunteer\, you’ll work alongside the TTC team to identify and remove invasive species using specialized tools like weed wrenches and uprooters. Join us in protecting the natural beauty of the Trail—one plant at a time! \n\nEvent Details\nRegister Here \n\nMeeting Location: Holly Trailhead (GoogleMaps Link). Please look for an orange TTC flag or tent.\nParking Information: Free parking south of the Camacho Community Center (GoogleMaps Link)\nProject: Invasive Species Management\, removing introduced plants through mechanical removal.\nWhat to bring and wear: Wear closed-toed shoes\, long pants\, and sun protection (sunglasses and a hat). Bring a filled water bottle. TTC will provide gloves and tools for the event\n\nVolunteer On The Trail\nLooking for more volunteer opportunities? Our GivePulse page lists all upcoming volunteer events:
URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/invasive-species-management/
LOCATION:2 Robert T Martinez Junior Street Austin\, Texas 78702\, 2 Robert T Martinez Junior Street\, Austin\, Texas\, 78702
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